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I cannot believe another year has passed! I always love my Degusta Box because there is always something fun, delicious and tasty to look forward to each month, and the subscription price is way less than the value of the box and all of the goodies in it!

I almost ran out of time to review my December Degusta Box because of the insanely busy holidays, but thankfully, I did get around to it. The theme this month was Winter Comforts, and there were plenty of comfort foods and snacks to get me through some stressful days of getting my holiday shopping done!

I must make note that I did not get original pictures of each item in this month's box due to the fact that my husband grabbed some of the goodies on his way out the door to work before I got the chance to photograph them all! Who can blame him?

Campfire Mini Marshmallows

I got two packages of Campfire Mini Marshmallows: a giant 1-pound bag of original minis for baking, and a smaller 1-ounce bag of fruit flavored minis. The bag of original marshmallow minis ended up being a life-saver on Christmas Eve, when my mom called and asked if we happened to have any to top off the yams! Have you ever had homemade yams with melted marshmallows on top? It is pretty heavenly. As for the fruit flavored ones, I remember eating them and liking them when I was little, but I don't think I have had them since I was little. Both varieties are gluten free & fat-free and the original version contains no artificial coloring.

Bahlsen Iced Cinnamon Stars

Who doesn't love Christmas cookies? These were quite irresistible to my husband who grabbed them on his way out the door for work. I didn't even get to taste them, but they looked so good! These cute little star-shaped cookies make for a festive party treat. They’re flavored with hazelnuts & cinnamon and are coated in a smooth white icing. So pretty!

Garden of Life Maple Sea Salt GOL Bar

Gol Bar is an organic protein bar made with whole foods including dates, cashew butter, milk protein concentrate, pecans, and maple flavor. It’s packed with 13 grams of fiber, 12 grams of protein, and 25% of the recommended daily value of calcium. Good thing my husband doesn't like health food bars! I got this delicious Gol Bar all to my self! I loved every bite, and will definitely buy these.

Chimes Original Ginger Chews

I love ginger chews! The Chimes ginger chews were the best I have ever had! I think they are addictive, because I ate the entire package in one sitting. I don't usually pig out like that, but I knew that no one else in my family would have even remotely liked them. I have very picky family members, and that often works to my advantage! These chews have a great, spicy kick of real ginger. They are great for nausea/ and even morning sickness, which would have been great during my own pregnancies (were ginger chews even invented 12 years ago? I had never even heard of them until recently.) They’re also gluten-free, vegan-friendly, and non-GMO.

Vahdam Tea Sampler

Vahdam Teas sampler contained 5 different varieties of teas to sample: Organic Himalayan, Chamomile Mint Citrus, India’s Original Chai Tea, arjeeling Summer, and Turmeric Spiced. I personally do not drink tea, but my daughter-in-law loves it, so I gifted this tea sampler to her for Christmas.

Of course I love this delicious combination of sweet and salty, so I ate both bags myself. I did not feel the least bit guilty, however because the bags were small, and hey, it is popcorn!

SunSpire's Dark Chocolate SunDrops®

SunSpire's Dark Chocolate SunDrops® are a delicious wholesome alternative to your typical candy coated chocolate.
Dark Chocolate SunDrops® offer the great candy taste you love with no artificial flavors, colors or preservatives.
The smooth dark chocolate centers are perfect for those looking for a more rich chocolate candy experience, while the
bright pastel colors add some fun to your baking and snacking endeavors!

I did not have a clue that these candies were any different that M&Ms until I ate quite a few, and then read the package. I did not feel any guilt for eating half of the package!

Hu Chocolate

Hu Chocolate, the cult-favorite vegan and paleo chocolate bar, made with "No Weird Ingredients. Ever" is free from dairy, palm oils, emulsifiers, soy lecithin, gluten, refined sugar, cane sugar and sugar alcohols. Hu is inspired by quality food's ability to heal versus poor quality food's guarantee to hinder. Hu's mission is to help people get back to eating, living, and thriving like humans.

I don't really enjoy dark chocolate, but even so, this chocolate bar was delicious! I think dark chocolate lovers are in for a huge treat with the Hu Chocolate bar.

When it comes to monthly monthly subscription food boxes, my very favorite is Degustabox! Each month I receive a large box filled with full-sized goodies from Degustabox. There's always something sweet, something salty, something healthful and something to use in a recipe....plus more! More often than not, I am introduced to foods that I would have not otherwise have tried. I have discovered many new delicious treats that I had never heard of. Degustabox is so much fun. I look forward to it every month!

The theme this month is Movie Night. If the weather getting colder is not enough of an excuse to stay in with a movie, the goodies in this month's box will definitely help out!

Here is what I found in my November box:

Popcorn, Indiana lack & White Drizzlecorn®~ This is the best popcorn ever! I could seriously sit and eat the entire bag in one sitting. (And I may or may not have done that. Shhhh! Don't tell!) Imagine~ rich dark chocolate and luscious white chocolate drizzled all over our crunchy Kettlecorn. It's a sweet & salty masterpiece!

Pearson's Candy Company~With Pearson's Coconut Patties Minis, it's guaranteed that you won't be able to stop yourself from eating the whole bag! Especially because they're unwrapped and the perfect size! The delectable creamy coconut filling covered in rich dark chocolate, will keep your hand reaching in that bag all night! And guess, what? They are delicious! They taste just like my favorite Mound's candy bar. I love these because I love coconut!

Pearson's Candy Company Mini Mint Patties~ These creamy mint patties are very delicious!

Bauducco Mini Panettone~ Each Panettone takes 52 hours to be baked using a natural fermentation process. I don't really know what that means, but I do know that this cake tastes really delicious when you slice it up and toast the pieces. Then, add butter.

Grand Belgian Specialties chocolates~ What a delightful treat! I never expected to find a luxurious box of Belgian chocolates in mt Degustabox! Since they were so beautiful and looked so decadent, I could not keep them all to myself. I knew that my children would appreciate sharing them with me, and indeed they did. I truly savored each piece I chose, and these chocolates did not disappoint! Look how pretty they are!

PopCorners Kettle Corn~ These kettle corn chips are the perfect conmbo of sweet and salty. They are air-popped, drizzled in sunflower oil and sprinkled with a pinch of sea salt. Very enjoyable.

Bush's Best Bean Dip (original)~ I was so hungry when I opened this can of bean dip, and so I ate almost the entire can in one sitting. Like everything else Bush's makes, the dip was delicious and very satisfying.

Nutiva Coconut Oil and Coconut Butter~ I haven't had a chance to try these out yet, but I am sure these coconut products will be used and appreciated in some form or another.

Chickapea Lentil Mac & Cheese~ This looks like a very interesting mac and cheese dish. I am looking forward to trying it. To be honest, my son, Braxton (who normally loves mac & cheese) will probably not like it at all. But that is okay, because I am not picky, and I might really enjoy it. I am open to trying new things!

Wholesome Goodness Tuxedo Trail Mix~ This delicious snack mix was so good, that I was disappointed when I ate it all and there was none left. I especially enjoyed the white yogurt balls. Well, I think that's what they were. They might have been some sort of white chocolate. I don't know, but I loved every morsel.

When it comes to monthly monthly subscription food boxes, my very favorite is Degustabox! Each month I receive a large box filled with full-sized goodies from Degustabox. There's always something sweet, something salty, something healthful and something to use in a recipe....plus more! Sometimes I love the products, other times, not so much. More often than not, I am introduced to foods that I would have not otherwise have tried. I have discovered many new delicious treats that I had never heard of. Degustabox is so much fun. I look forward to it every month!

So, I received my box for September. The theme for this month is 'lunch box'. Each snack (except for the instant potatoes) could be shoved into your child's school lunch! Below is a run-down of each product in this month's Degustabox.

GOCO Crunchy Coconut Bites

GoCo Crunchy Coconut Bites are made the best coconuts, gently toasted, and pressed into bite sized pieces – perfect for any snack lover! These were honestly my favorite product in this month's box. I am trying to eat only healthful snacks, and these were perfect! Delicious coconut in every bite!

Handfulls Crunch Bites

Whole roasted almonds, each wrapped in a crispy crunchy rice cracker. These nutty bite-size treats pack an unexpected crunch and flavor punch you’ll love. I really enjoyed these snacks! They have a great crunch and a zesty BBQ flavoring.

The Better Chip

The Better Chip starts with fresh vegetables blended with corn masa for a flavor experience crafted by nature, and grounded in goodness. My son grabbed these for a snack. He really enjoyed them. I didn't get the chance to try them out.

Bauducco Wafers are the fastest-growing and the top 2 Wafer brand in America. My husband loves them, and happily enjoyed the entire package.

Tigertail Mustard

I have never seen mustard in a tube before. This is extremely convenient! I used it on a sandwich recently, and it tastes the same as any other mustard I have ever had. I love it! I could stick this tube in my purse if I wanted to. I think it would be fun to prank someone and make them think it is toothpaste! Haha!

Marquis Beverages

Marquis contains USDA organic ingredients and absolutely no harmful chemicals or preservatives. Organic stevia replaces sugar as a healthy and natural sweetener. I never got the chance to try this beverage, because it was also punctured and had leaked out all over everything in my Degustabox. I have no idea how this can could have been punctured, but it certainly was!

The Chia Company

Chia seeds in their simplest form. Pure, clean and sun ripened. I love chia seeds. I ate them as my snack on my family's recent five-hour drive road trip to Burns (in Eastern Oregon.) They can certainly get stuck in your teeth as they swell up in your mouth. Just try to remember to have a toothpick handy after eating them. (Or don't smile at anyone, because you are certain to have black things all over your teeth!)

PB Crave

Flavored peanut butter sweetend with real honey, and real ingredients. Real Chocolate chips. No syrup or fake ingredients. I haven't had the pleasure of trying this out yet. I am afraid that if I do, I will eat the entire pack in one sitting, thus ruining my diet.

Sunrype Apple Strawberry Fruit To Go

SunRype Apple Strawberry Fruit to Go 100% Fruit Strip Snacks are so delicious. These are definitely a snack that I can feel good putting into my son's school lunch, as well as enjoying for myself. (Which I do, I love them!) I can't wait to try the other flavors!

Mighty Spark

Mighty Spark stands out from the pack in the grocery meat aisle, bringing inspiration, convenience and remarkable flavor to its small-batch recipes made with only the best ingredients. These are also something that I am happy to add to my son's school lunches. He really enjoys them.

Idahoan Potatoes

These are Idahoan’s best tasting classic mashed potatoes yet! You cannot go wrong with these delicious instant mashed potatoes. Even I can't screw them up when I cook them.

Marion’s Kitchen: This General Tso Meal Kit

What an easy way to make a restuarant quality meal using all natural ingredients that the whole family can enjoy. All essential ingredients are inside the box, just add chicken, red pepper, and onion and you have a healthy gourmet meal ready in 15 minutes.

Unfortunately for me, the box arrived punctured, and of course the sauce got everywhere in the box. Needless to say, I did not get the chance to try it out! I wasn't going to chance getting sick since the package was open. This is a bummer, because I really wanted to try it! My family loves General Tso!

I received my last Degustabox of the summer! It is bittersweet because I love summer, but Fall has its perks, too. I just hate everything back-to-school related! (I wish summer break was never ending!)

This month's box has been a lot of fun! With "Campout" as the theme, there are plenty of tasty snack foods that are perfect for taking with you on your next camping trip! This box was my favorite one so far!

Below, you will see what I found in my August 2018 Degustabox:

Country Archer Sweet Pork BBQ/ Uncured Bacon

Truth be told, I never got to taste this snack. I thought it looked good, and so I put it aside, thinking my husband or son would enjoy it, but it did vanish, and I am not certain who ate it. It is one of those little mysteries that happen around my house from time to time.

Amazon Pepper Sweet Chili Sauce

Look at this cut little bottle of chile sauce! It contains a blend of cayenne pepper and tropical spices. I haven't used it yet, but I am sure I will love it, because I love myself a good, sweet chile sauce. I will probably use it for dipping egg rolls or perhaps, shrimp? Yum!

Popcorn, Indiana Original Movie Theater Popcorn

This popcorn is made with the finest popcorn, real butter, and salt. My daughter works in a movie theater, so I get all of the free movie theater popcorn that I want, so to tell you the truth, this little popcorn sample did not thrill me that much.

The Good Crisp Company Chips

These snacking crisps were pretty good. I probably would have enjoyed the flavored ones a bit more, but these were nice and crispy. They tasted a little bit like Pringles, but a healthier version.

Ready Water All-Natural Protein Water

Ready Water delivers 15 grams of High Quality 100% Whey Protein Isolate, absolutely No Sugar and 5g of Electrolytes without any Artificial Ingredients. I immediately put this beverage into the freezer so that I could enjoy it slushy (because the weather was hot that day.) Then, I forgot about it until it was solidly frozen. Dang it. So I took it out of the freezer to thaw it out, and then forgot about it again. It thawed to the point of being a little tepid. No problem, I drank it anyway. It was pretty good.

Wise BRAVOS® Stadium Nacho flavor Tortilla Chips

BRAVOS are crispy and light, with bold taste to satisfy your real cheese cravings. Think creamy cheese taste with a hint of pickledjalapenos piled on crispy, whole grain tortillas. I don't really enjoy tortilla chips, so I didn't try these out. I am not sure where they went, to be honest. I think someone ate them because now that I think about it, they did disappear!

Chocolate Peanut Butter PR Bar

These all-natural protein bars are certified gluten-free and packed with the perfect blend of carbs and vitamins to boost energy and endurance when you need it most. Each bar contains the PR Bar tri-blend protein mixture, including three different proteins for maximum absorption and optimal recovery.

I loved this delicious bar, and ate it rather quickly. I would buy these if I found them in a store!

Colombina Mixed Berry flavored Breakfast Biscuits

I love these delicious breakfast biscuits. What a perfect idea for a quick and easy breakfast to start out your day, especially if you don't have time to eat. They are flavorful, and give me a nutritious boost of energy for on-the-go. I just now, in fact, ate a few of them, because writing this post reminded me that I had some left, and I remembered that I loved them, so I guess that means that they are also the perfect night time snack! (Much healthier than a late night bowl of ice cream!)

HIGH BREW COFFEE Double Espresso

High Brew Coffee is made from 100% Arabica beans that are cold brewed over time, not heat. The cold brew process creates two times the natural caffeine and lower acidity than traditionally brewed coffee, with way less sugar.

I have never been a coffee drinker, until I discovered McDonald's Caramel Frappes. I am addicted to those, but this? Not so much. I just don't really like cold coffee beverages. My husband drank it, and said he liked it, so that is good.

Sahale Maple Pecans Glazed snack mix

This delightful snack mix was my favorite treat in this month's Degustabox! Warm and comforting - pecans, cherries, and apple lightly glazed with maple then finished with a touch of cinnamon. Each 150-calorie serving has 2g protein and 1g fiber from heart-healthy nuts and fruit. Every bite was so delicious and satisfying! I will be looking for these in stores!

Post Shredded Wheat Frosted Chocolate Strawberry Shredded Wheat

The wholesomeness of shredded wheat biscuits combined with delicious strawberry flavored frosting and a burst ofchocolate goodness in the middle. These would be amazing if I was a person who enjoyed shredded wheat, but I don't, so even though this cereal has chocolate centers, I can't get into it.

Prince of Peace Ginger Chews in Lemon flavor

I love these yummy ginger chews! I did not know how much I loved them until I realized I had almost eaten them all in a day and a half. Now I am craving them again! I love how chewy, zesty and lemony they are. The only complaint I have is opening the packets. I needed scissors to open each one! And then they are hard to pry out of the wrapper. That may have been because it was very warm in my house, but still, they are very difficult to open.

When it comes to monthly monthly subscription food boxes, my very favorite is Degustabox! Each month I receive a large box filled with full-sized goodies from Degustabox. There's always something sweet, something salty, something healthful and something to use in a recipe....plus more! Sometimes I love the products, other times, not so much. More often than not, I am introduced to foods that I would have not otherwise have tried. I have discovered many new delicious treats that I had never heard of. Degustabox is so much fun. I look forward to it every month!

So, I received my box for July, and below, well, I shall tell you what was in this fabulous box of goodies!

Aiya's Matcha Zen Café Blend

Aiya's Matcha Zen Café Blend is a sweet, delicate mixture of culinary grade Matcha and pure cane sugar, packed into single-serving packets. Suited for Matcha lattes and smoothies, it provides all of the same nutritional benefits of Matcha, even for those with a sweet tooth. Featuring an easy-tear film, Aiya's Matcha Zen Café Blend packet is the perfect option for those on-the-go.

The thing is, I have never been a tea drinker. I wish I would like it because of the health benefits that I know it has! It's just that I am not sure I would like it. I gave it to my daughter-in-law who loves tea, and she was really excited about it!

Lee Kum Kee Plum Sauce

Lee Kum Kee makes it easy for people to enjoy authentic, restaurant-quality Asian tastes and flavors at home, through its delicious line of savory Asian sauces and condiments including Lee Kum Kee Plum Sauce. Lee Kum Kee Plum Sauce is made from quality Chinese plums, ginger and chili. Perfect for stir-frying and dipping. An excellent dip for roast ducks, roast meats, egg rolls, and other appetizers.

You know what? The name makes me laugh so hard, for obvious reasons. (I have a dirty mind, okay?) I haven't tried this sauce yet, but I would love to dip an egg roll or two in it!

Uncle Dougie's Sweet N'Snappy Small-Batch BBQ

An American Royal World Series of Barbecue winner. And yeah, Kansas City knows a thing or two about BBQ. Uncle Dougie's Sweet N'Snappy Small-Batch BBQ Sauce has a flavor profile that everyone will love. With a tiny bit of sweet, a touch of smoky and a little "Snappy" zing, you'll want to put Sweet & Snappy's thick, rich, "stick-to-your-ribs" sauce on everything!

As for me, I am going to toss this in the crock pot with a pork shoulder and make my family some delicious pulled pork! I can't wait!

Goetze's Original Chocolate Caramel Creams®

A chewy chocolate caramel with a cream center. A fun summer chocolate treat that doesn't melt with the heat. Goetze's original chocolate Caramel Creams® are made with real wheat and dairy cream, containing no trans fat and always nut free.

I love these delicious, chewy candies! They are so satisfying for my chocolate cravings, especially when I have PMS!

Sir Kensington's Chipotle Mayonnaise

Sir Kensington's Chipotle Mayonnaise is a rich, smoky combination of chipotle peppers in adobo and notes of cumin, garlic, and paprika. It's the perfect accompaniment to fish tacos, grilled corn, and anything that lies between two slices of bread. Turn up the heat on your cold cuts.

I think this was my favorite product in this month's box! I use this zesty sauce instead of regular mayo in my turkey sandwich. It really livens up a normally boring sandwich! I love it!

Loaker Cocoa and Milk Wafer

The contrast between dark cocoa wafers and light milk cream filling has a strong attraction which nobody can resist. The intense cocoa taste of three light, crispy wafers forms a union with the tender flavor of two layers of delicate, high quality Loacker milk cream filling, offering an original taste sensation, strong and tender at the same time.

These cookies are really good! My family really enjoyed them.

Wise Snacks Extra Cheesy Cheez Doodles

Each bag of Wise Extra Cheesy Cheez Doodles is packed with even more cheese on every doodle for a rich a rich, creamy flavor that will satisfy your cheese cravings.

When these came in the mail, my son grabbed them up to take on the boat, so I never got to taste them, but I am certain they were enjoyed wholeheartedly!

CHOMPS Original Turkey Jerky Sticks

CHOMPS Original Turkey jerky sticks have 10g of protein, 70 calories, and 0g of sugar. These delicious, on the go
snacks are made in small batches with 100% free range turkey, simple spices, and 100% clean ingredients.

I didn't get to taste this jerky stick, because my husband claimed it first. That's okay though! I am sure he enjoyed it. Well, I hope he did.

When it comes to monthly monthly subscription food boxes, my very favorite is Degustabox! Each month I receive a large box filled with full-sized goodies from Degustabox. There's always something sweet, something salty, something healthful and something to use in a recipe....plus more! Sometimes I love the products, other times, not so much. More often than not, I am introduced to foods that I would have not otherwise have tried. I have discovered many new delicious treats that I had never heard of. Degustabox is so much fun. I look forward to it every month!

So, I received my box for June, and below, well, I shall tell you what was in this fabulous box of goodies!

LUNDBERG FAMILY FARMS Cinnamon Sugar Red Rice & Quinoa Chips

These Red Rice & Quinoa Tortilla Chips are okay, if you enjoy the taste of whole grains. Even though they are covered with delicious cinnamon and sugar, I wasn't really into these. I tried to enjoy them, since I am eating a lot of healthful foods lately, but I couldn't bring myself to like these chips. I definitely tried, I did.

Goya Black Beans

Plump, whole, tender black beans in a can with 70% less sodium than the original. I love Goya products! I use these black beans in my homemade chili! They add a nice touch of color to balance out my kidney beans, white beans and pinto beans (which are ALL Goya brand as well.) Goya is a brand that I trust for freshness and high quality!

Walkers Pure Butter Vanilla Shortbread

These delicious, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are heavenly! My entire family loves them, so they didn't last long around here. My husband says they remind him of his late grandparents, and the cookies his grandma would give him when he was a little boy at Christmas. They really are yummy!

Goya Corn Tortillas

Again, a Goya product, so I know they are going to be fabulous.My oldest son spotted these, and took them home because he loves to make tacos with corn tortillas. I just don't cook much, so I was happy to let him take them.

Mutti Peeled Tomatoes

These peeled tomatoes would be perfect for Halloween time, when you could place them in a dish and tell people they are guts. Just kidding, although I have done that! In a food sense, these are perfect for stews, and I plan to use them in a stew or in my next pot of chili. You know what is kind of gross, though? I actually like eating these cold with salt in a bowl! My husband things I am disgusting for doing that!

True Citrus True Lemon

These handy little packets contain a powder that is made from real lemons and nothing else. I add them to my water for that extra little zing. (Because I don't enjoy water that much, and I find I drink much more water if it has some flavor.) Perfect for water, tea and recipes. They have 0 calories, 0g carbs, 0g sugar and no artificial sweeteners.

1 packet = the taste of 1 lemon wedge
2 packets = 1 TBSP lemon juice

Tickle Water Watermelon Sparkling Water

What a cute little can! I am just not into sparkling water. It smells nice and you can really taste the watermelon, but if I am going to drink something sparkling, it needs to be a Coke.

Goya Sazanador Total Seasoning

I haven't tried this yet, but on the bottle it says to rub it on meats, poultry and fish. Add to salads, soups, sauces and vegetables. Enhances
the natural flavors of food with the perfect mix of natural ingredients.

THAT'S IT~ Zesty Apply + Mango & Chili Bar

That's it.® is a snack company dedicated to simple and easy ingredients made from real fruits, veggies, and dark chocolate. This snack bar was delicious! I loved every bite!

ZOLLIPOPS The After You Eat Treat

Zollipops are sugar free, non-GMO, gluten free, dairy-free, vegan, kosher and mom approved! Each pack comes in a convenient re-sealable pouch. Known as The After You Eat Treat, enjoy one after every meal, up to 3 per day, for a cleaner, healthier smile.

I love lollipops, and Zollipops are perfectly fruity and delicious. I would have never guessed they were sugar-free and good for my teeth. I love them!

When it comes to monthly monthly subscription food boxes, my very favorite is Degustabox! Each month I receive a large box filled with full-sized goodies from Degustabox. There's always something sweet, something salty, something healthful and something to use in a recipe....plus more! More often than not, I am introduced to foods that I would have not otherwise have tried. I have discovered many new delicious treats that I had never heard of. Degustabox is so much fun. I look forward to it every month!

May 2018's box was definitely one of my favorites. I enjoyed everything! Below is what I received in this month's Degustabox:

Cello Whisps ($3.99)- Cello Cheddar Cheese Whisps are one of my favorite products ever! These heavenly crisps are made with just one ingredient- 100% cheddar cheese! These crisps are simply baked and then packaged up. I could snack on them all day long. They are completely addictive.

Indiana Kettle Corn ($3.29)- I love kettle corn! This brand is one of the best I have ever had. It isthe perfect balance of sweet and salty. Perfect for movie night!

Deep River Sweet Maui Onion Chips ($1.29)- I don't eat a lot of chips, but when I do crave them, I often reach for a flavored chip, such as this delicious Sweet Maui Onion flavor.They are crunchy and sweet and quite addicting. I am pretty sure I have tried this brand before. I love them!

Goya Cookies ($.89)- I love these cookies! They are so delicious, crispy and perfect. They kind of remind me of a mixture between graham crackers and the animal crackers/cookies that we all give to our children.

Explore Cuisine Chickpea Pasta ($4.79)- This Chickpea pasta is definitely something that I’ve never heard of or tried before. It looks interesting. I can't wait to try it, although I am pretty sure that I will be the only one eating it in my household!

Rufus Teague Honey Sweet BBQ Sauce ($4.99)- I have not had a chance t try out this delicious looking BBQ sauce yet, but I can't wait to slather it on something very soon!

Goya Green Salsa ($2.29)- I am not much of a salsa fan, but my son is obsessed with 'green sauce' so he loves this salsa! Taco Bell stopped making their green salsa, which my children loved, so this delicious Goya Green Salsa has been a big hit around my home.

Karma Probiotics ($2.29)- What a delightful way to get your daily dose of probiotics! This bottle is definitely unique in the way that at first it’s just filled with water, but with just a push of the lid and a little shake, it quickly transforms itself into vitamin/probiotic infused water. I loved the blueberry/ lemonade flavor, and would definitely purchase this again. I strongly believe in the benefits of probiotics!

Post Grape Nuts Cranberry Vanilla ($4.99)- I had not had grape-nuts in such a long time! It was once my favorite cereal. As for granola, I have not eaten that in forever, either, so I was excited to try this delicious looking grape-nuts trail mix crunch. Alas, my oldest son took it home, so I never got the chance. Well, maybe next time, right? I guess that's okay though, because lately I despise milk, so perhaps I may not have devoured this cereal anyway, right? Oh well, it looked good.

When it comes to monthly monthly subscription food boxes, my very favorite is Degustabox! Each month I receive a large box filled with full-sized goodies from Degustabox.

There's usually something sweet, something salty, something healthful and something to use in a recipe....plus more! More often than not, I am introduced to foods that I would have not otherwise have tried. I have discovered many new delicious treats that I had never heard of. Degustabox is so much fun. I look forward to it every month!

I loved April's box! There was quite the variety of sweet and sour deliciousness this month. Here's what I received:

ALO Spring Aloe Juice- My newest obsession is ALO juice drinks. I absolutely love the fact that there are slimy chunks of the aloe plant throughout the drink. Doesn't that sound strange? I don't know why it I love it, as my daughter gags as the mere thought of it. I guess I can understand if a person had no idea that their drink had these clear-ish little 'balls of mucous" floating around, as these aloe vera drinks have. I love putting my Alo drink in the freezer and letting it get all slushy. There is nothing more refreshing! I love the mixed berry flavor. I hadn't tried it before.

Country Archer Jerky Co - I didn't get the chance to try out this jerky. My oldest son was craving some good jerky, so I let him have it. I wonder if it would have been too spicy for me? I guess I will just have to wonder. But that's what mamas do, we give to our children, right?

popchips nutter puffs- I like Pop Chips, but I didn't really like the peanut butter flavor. It was kind of blah.

Angie’s BOOMCHICKAPOP- This month’s box came with two flavors of popcorn. The cheddar cheese popcorn tastes so yummy while the real butter popcorn is simply delicious. Both don’t have any “junk” in them, only real ingredients. I really enjoyed both of these flavors, and I was thankful that nobody asked me to share with them. Victory!

La Tortilla Factory- I haven’t used these yet, but plan to make my chicken enchiladas with them soon. I can’t wait to try these because it says that they have a blend of corn and wheat flour. I bet that will be tastier than just the usual flour ones I use They’re also packed with 14 grams of whole grain while not containing any bad fats.

La Tortilla Factory Slow Cooker Sauce Starter- I have not yet used this sauce starter, but it looks absolutely delicious and it looks easy to make! All you need is a slow cooker, chicken, and this packet of Barbacoa slow cooker sauce to make delicious street-style tacos.

Goya Plantain Chips- I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE plantain chips! I actually tried them for the first time in a previous Degustabox a few months ago. When you see the bag, you naturally think that they are going to taste like banana chips because plantains resemble bananas, (and are of the same family) but they are not sweet, so it is like eating sugar-free banana chips. They are very addictive and delicious!

Torie & Howard - These little chewy candies are sooooo delicious! I wish the package was bigger. (That's what she said...) I could chew on these fruity little pieces of heaven all day long! They are USDA Organic & Kosher certified, Non-GMO, gluten, allergen, and contain no artificial flavors or colors. Let's just say they did not last long,and I did not even share any! Oops!

Zeigler’s-I love all kinds and varieties of fruit juices, but I never thought I would like carrot juice. Mixed with Mango & Citrus it is absolutely delicious. Packed with vitamins and a serving of fruits and veggies, this juice is the perfect juice for your daily dose of healthful goodness.

Amazin’ Raisin)- I was skeptical about these at first because who ever heard of lemon or strawberry raisins? Surprisingly, they were so tasty and satisfying! I could see taking these into a movie theater (okay, SNEAKING them into a movie theater) and eating them throughout the movie because they are so much better than candy!

Fini Sweets- These sweet/ tart /tangy treats were all kinds of fun! I tasted each one, but didn't really eat them because I am not a huge fan of 'sour' candy. It has never been really appealing to me, but I I LOVED the pop rocks on the Fizzy Tornadoes!

When it comes to monthly monthly subscription food boxes, my very favorite is Degustabox! Each month I receive a large box filled with full-sized goodies from Degustabox. There's always something sweet, something salty, something healthful and something to use in a recipe....plus more! More often than not, I am introduced to foods that I would have not otherwise have tried. I have discovered many new delicious treats that I had never heard of. Degustabox is so much fun. I look forward to it every month!

March's certainly did not disappoint. Below are the wonderful goodies that were included in this month's box.

At Elmhurst we use an innovative milking process that allows us to produce a delicious, whole food, non-dairy milk that contains all of the nutrition of whole nuts with a superior creamy texture without ever using industrial stabilizers, emulsifiers or gums.

7Days soft croissants are a wonderful combination of soft croissant pastry with a rich creamy filling. They are great as a breakfast food or as an on-the-go snack. This peanut butter and jelly croissant was the perfect last-minute school lunch sandwich substitute for my 5th grader when I didn't have time to make his lunch last week. He really loves these!

I’ve never heard of these kinds of products before, so it was fun seeing these inside this month’s box! I was very intrigued when I saw these packets of mixes to easily make pickled things! With just a couple cups of fresh produce, you can easily make pickled red onions, canned apples, and spicy pineapple pickles! I haven’t had the chance to pickle anything just yet, but I am certainly intrigued! I love everything pickled!

These delicious wafer cookies are pure heaven! They are perfectly bite-sized and melt in your mouth. I do not even drink coffee, but I love the coffee flavor. I had to hide the package from myself because I was eating them all in one sitting. I am on a diet and that just was not a good thing for me to do, but I could not help myself. Thankfully, my older son located them and took them home with him.

Oreo Mint Chocolate Bar

I love Oreos and I love mint! So this delightful combination is a pure delight! Of course, I did not get the pleasure of devouring it, however. My younger son took it took school as a snack. That's okay though. It saved me a few calories.

A couple of weeks ago, I received myDegustaboxfor February. Since my two daughters got married, there's nobody in my house to help me unbox it! Well, unless you count my son, Braxton, but he is never enthusiastic like my daughters were about the Degustabox and it's contents. That's okay, though. That means I get to claim all of the goodies.

The theme for February's box is "The Big Game Box" I am assuming because of the Superbowl. It contained products to help create yummy snacks in which to devour during these sporting events. However, I never watch sports......so let's get down to business and reveal what was in this month's box:

Sir Kensington’s Spicy Ketchup

I love spicy ketchup! I love ketchup on scrambled eggs, fries and especially on home-grilled hamburgers. I can bet that this bottle of Sir Kensington’s Spicy Ketchup will be very much enjoyed in my home. Only by me, I might add, since I am the only one who enjoys spicy ketchup. That's okay, though. More for me!

Goya Refried Black & Pinto Beans

I had never tried the Goya brand before. On the day I received this month's Degustabox, I was making homemade burritos. I opened these refried beans, and was very impressed with how delicious and creamy they are. They taste amazing!

Mrs. Renfro’s Texas Red Craft Beer Salsa

This delicious salsa is perfect for enjoying with chips, and eating with burritos. It has a great flavor, and my whole family enjoyed it.

LUNA Lemon Bars

I love all things lemon, and so I was excited to try out LemonZest bars! They are the perfect on-the-go snack for a quick energy boost. Since they are full of nutrition, you don't need to feel guilty! I am into eating healthier, and so I will be stocking up on these.

Lundberg Family Farms White Cheddar Red Rice & Quinoa Chips

Made with a Red Rice, Quinoa, a hint of garlic, and aged white cheddar, these chips are packed with flavor and nutrition. They are crunchy and are delicious with hummus.

The Spice Hunter Coriander Lime Spice

I haven't tried this spice yet, but I will add it to my collection of spices I want to try out. I think I will look up a recipe that I can use, and hopefully my family will enjoy it, too!

Boboli Thin Pizza Crust

I love Boboli pizza crusts! My son, Braxton and I made a cheese pizza together. He spread on the sauce and added the cheese. It was very easy to make, and a fun bonding activity for me and Braxton.

Boboli Tomato Pizza Sauce

Boboli pizza sauce is delicious! It was fun to make pizza with my son. He enjoyed spreading the sauce onto the crust and did a really good job!

Tiger Tail Classic Mustard

This mustard is perfect! I always get worried when I see a bottle of mustard that doesn't resemble my store bought brand, because I despise hot mustard! I can eat anything else that is spicy, but not mustard! On the day this Tiger Tail Classic Mustard came in the mail, we were headed out camping, and one of the items on my list was mustard. I quickly opened the lid and tasted the Tiger Tail, and it was....perfect! Better than perfect, I loved it! We used it on sandwiches all weekend long, and it was much tastier than my normal brand.